Urgent Action: Clampdown on Free Expression (Puerto Rico: 87.18)

Puerto Rico authorities responded violently to demonstrations on 1 May by repressing protesters and violating their rights to freedom of expression and assembly. With more demonstrations planned, peaceful protesters are at risk of further human rights violations.

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Puerto Rico authorities responded violently to demonstrations on 1 May by repressing protesters and violating their rights to freedom of expression and assembly. With more demonstrations planned, peaceful protesters are at risk of further human rights violations.

1) TAKE ACTIONWrite a letter, send an email, call, fax or tweet:

Calling on the Governor to immediately guarantee the rights to freedom of expression and assembly;

Calling on the authorities to make public as soon as possible the findings of the court ordered investigation into the 1 May demonstrations, and bring those responsible to justice;

Urging the authorities to engage in dialogue with civil society actors to ensure police protocols and public order regulations comply with international human rights standards.